CHICKEN RISOTTO 
6 tbsp. butter
Chicken breast, boned, skinned & cut into strips
1 clove garlic
1 1/2 c. uncooked rice
1/4 lb. mushrooms
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 tsp. basil
3 c. chicken broth
1 tsp. basil
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

In large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add chicken and cook over medium heat stirring constantly, until brown, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet. Add remaining butter, rice and garlic and cook until rice is browned lightly. Add sliced mushrooms and chopped onions. Continue cooking, stirring until mushrooms are tender. Return chicken pieces. Add warm chicken broth and basil. Salt and pepper to taste. Bring to boil, cover and simmer on low heat 12-15 minutes. Stir in grated cheese. Makes about 6 servings.

 

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